What is EFT Tapping?
EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), often called Tapping, is a simple yet powerful way to calm stress and restore emotional balance.
It blends gentle self-touch on specific acupressure points with mindful awareness of what’s bothering you like a conversation between your body and mind.
As you tap lightly with your fingertips, your brain receives signals that help switch off the fight-or-flight response. The body begins to relax. The mind starts to clear. You feel more centered, safe and at ease.
The most widely used form, Clinical EFT, follows a sequence of eight points on the upper body and hands easy to learn and simple to use anywhere.
Many people don’t need the science to tell them it works; they simply notice a shift. Whether you’re easing anxiety, softening grief or letting go of fear, Tapping helps bring you back home to yourself.
FAQs
What is EFT?
EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), often referred to as “Tapping” is a stress-relieving technique. It consists of gently tapping with fingertips on a sequence of acupressure points of the upper body, face and hands while being mindful of an issue that the person wishes to resolve. Tapping on these points sends calming signals to the brain allowing the uncomfortable intensity to a situation to dissolve safely and effortlessly.
What are the EFT tapping points?
There are many ways to tap. The 8 acupressure points that are most commonly used can be seen here. These points were chosen as part of an easy-to-learn sequence and can be applied to a vast range of challenges and situations.
Is there any clinical research on EFT?
EFT is recognised as an evidence-based practice by the American Psychological Association based on scientific literature and clinical trials. Click here to access research papers.
Can EFT reduce stress levels?
EFT has been shown in clinical studies to lower the levels of the stress hormone, cortisol, by 43% in a single one-hour session. Tapping regulates the nervous system putting the body back into the calm state instead of being in the heightened “Fight or flight” mode.
Can EFT be used with other methods/techniques?
EFT can be used to complement other treatments and modalities. It is important to note that EFT is not a substitute for medical or mental health treatment and should be seen as complementary to and assisting medical treatment.
Please note: It is important for the person to discuss any physical or mental health concerns, with their doctor, therapist, or other qualified health practitioners. This information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice.
How do I know when to work with an EFT Practitioner?
If you’ve been tapping on your own but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or notice the same emotions or patterns keep coming back, it may be time to work with a practitioner. A skilled EFT practitioner (also called a coach or guide) can help you uncover deeper root causes, gently navigate complex emotions, and hold space for healing in a safe and supportive way. You don’t have to do it all alone.
What to expect in an EFT session with Lisa?
In the session, you will identify a particular issue or troubling memory that you wish to clear the emotional charge around. Using a peer-to-peer coaching approach, Lisa will guide you through various aspects of the issue while leading the tapping sequence for you to follow along. The process is very gentle and even highly charged traumas and memories, can be cleared in a safe and gentle way. At no point will you be asked to talk about a memory that you don’t want to. Details of the session are kept 100% confidential.
